September 2nd

September 2, 2010

The transition from middle school to high school can be intimidating, but very exciting! Students are ready for change, but their fear levels and concerns about being lost and helpless are sky-high! The Transition Team at Alexander Central High School scheduled a Back-to-School Bash for freshmen on Tuesday, Aug. 24

August 19th

August 19, 2010

Sipe's Orchard Home will be the scene of humor and rock 'n' roll as the well-known band, Antsy McClain and The Trailer Park Troubadours, take the stage.
The Bloomin' Orchard Festival, which is planned for Sept. 4, will be Sipe's Orchard Home's largest fundraiser for the year with proceeds going to the organization's newest project, The Houston Cottage.
"We are excited about the program, and the festival will help fund the program," said Nan Lacy, Sipe's Orchard Home marketing director.

August 12th

August 12, 2010

Catawba County's newest innovative school is days away from opening its doors to students and a fresh start.
Hickory Career and Arts Magnet (HCAM) school will open Aug. 25 after two months of renovations and new curriculum.
HCAM was created to offer students another option outside of tradition school to explore career interests and provide a chance to earn free college credits. The new school became a reality with Hickory Public Schools received a turnaround grant for $2 million to change Catawba Valley High School.

August 5th

August 5, 2010

Campmeeting in August is a way of life in Catawba County. Matter of fact, itâ€™s been that way for the past 156 year,when the first campmeeting was held.
In August 1853, Rev. H. H. Durant and Rev. Lewis Scarborough held religious services at the sight of the current Balls Creek Campground, under a brush arbor that first year. Folks traveled to campmeeting along dusty roads in covered wagons, and either lived in their wagons for the duration or erected canvas tents. Ten or so families built permanent wooden structures, or â€śtents,â€ś to stay in for the 1853 services.